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He said: “Campaigning to remove a song from the final section of our graduation ceremonies is to ignore the real issues facing students on a daily basis.

“Also, it is an embarrassing reflection on students at King's that one of our elected officers has resorted to such a petulant and disrespectful outburst on social media with so many expletives.”

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UNIVERSITY: Kings College claim to be discussing the possibility of banning the anthem

A spokesperson from King’s College London told the Mail: “We are always open to feedback from students, staff and alumni and are currently in discussion with KCLSU student officers about various elements of the ceremonies, including the use of the National Anthem.

“Feedback from all members of the King’s community will be used in planning the next set of ceremonies.”